Illinois Appellate Attorney
Just because you were convicted at trial does not mean that the case is irretrievably lost. You have the ability to appeal the verdict based on legal errors made during the trial. A criminal appeal takes time to develop and argue in an appellate court, and the outcome is never certain. However, it does represent your best opportunity to obtain justice and a fair result if a significant mistake has been made during the trial process.
At the Chicago law firm of Steven A. Greenberg and Associates, Ltd., our founding attorney handles criminal appeals in the Illinois state and federal appeals courts. He has extensive experience in the appellate area and is prepared to take cases to the Illinois Supreme Court and U.S. Supreme Court, if necessary.
In addition to assisting individual clients, the firm works with other attorneys to overturn criminal verdicts on appeal. Steve Greenberg is highly regarded by his colleagues in the legal profession for both his appellate abilities and his trial experience. This is reflected in his repeated selection to Illinois Super Lawyers and to Illinois Leading Lawyers.
When evaluating a criminal case for a possible appeal, an appellate attorney must know what he is looking for. Because of his more than 25 years as a criminal defense lawyer handling very complex cases, Steve has seen numerous legal mistakes made during trial that could have formed the basis for a successful appeal. He uses his analytical and communication skills to build solid appeals designed to obtain justice for the client.
Our clients rely on Steve Greenberg's research and writing skills abilities to develop strong arguments that seek to overturn negative verdicts. He clearly lays out the legal basis for the appeal — citing relevant statutes, procedural rules and case law that support the appeal. In addition, he has found that conveying a certain emotional intensity regarding the injustice that was done can also have a favorable effect on the reader. He presents a compelling story that is based on the law and provides clear reasons why the conviction should be overturned.
The decision to appeal a criminal conviction is a weighty one. When discussing your case, Attorney Greenberg will explain the legal issues that could possibly result in a reversal, potential legal costs and his assessment of the prospects for success. You will have what you need to make an informed decision about initiating your appeal.
Contact a Chicago Criminal Appeals Attorney
For a free initial consultation about a possible criminal appeal, contact Steven A. Greenberg and Associates, Ltd.
